Category: Fostering Tips
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My Kitten Won’t Eat: 3 Steps to Help Your Picky Kitten Get the Nutrition They Need
Kittens of all ages are susceptible to changes in appetite. Inappetance, or lack of hunger, is an immediate cause of concern for kitten rescuers, foster parents, and pet owners. A kitten who won’t eat could be ill, have a congenital abnormality, or simply be a picky eater. Learn how to determine the cause of the…
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Introducing Foster Kittens to Your Pets: Pros and Cons
After a quarantine period, introducing your foster kittens to your resident pets is a great way to discover the kittens’ compatibility with other animals. However, there are several precautions to take and drawbacks to be aware of if you’re considering integration. If you foster for an organization, please make sure you are aware of their…
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Two Kittens Are Better Than One: 8 Reasons Why Kittens Should Be Adopted in Pairs
Some kittens are lucky enough to enter a forever home that has another cat waiting to befriend them, but others go without companionship. The idea of adopting two kittens overwhelms some adopters, but in many cases, the benefits outweigh the challenges. Here’s how adopting a pair benefits both the kittens and the adopter: Cats and…
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Fostering Multiple Litters: What to Do and How to Decide
New and experienced kitten fosters alike often feel pressured to take on more than one group of foster kittens at a time. While having the ability to do so is a wonderful way to save more lives, it’s important that you’re prepared for the challenge it brings. You need to (1) check in with yourself…
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How to Disinfect Your Foster Room
Cleaning and disinfecting is a crucial component of a fostering routine. It must be done thoroughly in order to prevent and stop the spread of illness, bacteria, and parasites. Gather the necessary supplies listed below and begin by cleaning every item, room, and playpen that was used or contaminated. Once cleaned, each item must be…
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How to Help Foster Cats and Kittens Recover from Spay and Neuter Surgeries
Spay and neuter surgeries cause stress and confusion for cats and kittens. You need to plan ahead for the morning of and night after spay and neuter surgeries. Be prepared to keep a clean space, to act accordingly if the kitties are hyperactive, and to help them recover as calmly as possible. Most importantly, you…
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How to Include Fostering in Your Daily Schedule: A 6 Step Guide
If you enjoy beginning your mornings by slowly enjoying your first cup of coffee or tea, why not snuggle some foster animals while you sip? If you like to end your work days by decompressing and scrolling through social media, why not use that time to surround yourself with foster animals instead? Continue reading for…
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How to Foster Mother Cats and Their Kittens
How difficult is it to foster a mother cat and her kittens? Where should the feline family stay in your home? You can successfully socialize the felines and prepare them for adoption once you have an understanding of why this population needs foster homes, how to set up your space, and how to care for…
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How Long Do You Foster Cats, Kittens, and Other Animals?
Animals of different species, ages, health statuses, and behavioral backgrounds all require different lengths of stay in foster care. Having a wide variety of animal populations in need of foster homes means that there are many different levels of fostering commitments. While some people view this as a convenience, others assume they don’t have time…
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How to Foster Cats and Kittens Independently
Fostering a cat or kitten without the support of a shelter is a daunting task. But in order to help animals in need, sometimes taking this step is necessary. To become an independent cat or kitten foster, whether out of necessity or preference, you’ll need to find reliable sources of supplies and veterinary care. You…
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